Tag: Sri Lanka

The Tear Drop Isle of Sri Lanka is a land of beauty with lush countryside, verdant tea plantations and tropical beaches. Add to that fascinating ancient cities, colourful cave temples and national parks home to exotic wildlife and you have a travel destination that delivers exploration and relaxation in spades. Uncover the best of what Sri Lanka has to offer with our collection of blog posts.

For those in the northern hemisphere, winter can be long and dreary. From November to February, the colder temperatures and icy winds have us all dreaming of soaking up the rays somewhere on an exotic beach. Most likely with a cocktail in hand. Fortunately, the sun...

When thinking of a wildlife destination, an African safari is most likely the first image that springs to mind. World-renowned parks and reserves such as the Serengeti in Tanzania or Kruger National Park in South Africa boast the famous ‘Big Five’ amongst many other iconic animals. However, with...

With their combination of feline grace and killer instinct, big cats are some of the most alluring animals on Earth. Watching a cheetah stalk its prey or experiencing the power of a lion’s roar are just some of the unforgettable moments you can hope for when...

Sri Lanka and southern India have long drawn travellers to their ancient sites, colourful cultures and delectable cuisine. Separated by a stretch of water measuring just 64 kilometres at its narrowest section, it would seem these two destinations have much in common. In actual fact, Sri...

Sri Lanka is a very spiritual country, and this can be seen across the nation. Whether it be the Catholic saint effigies you find scattered throughout Colombo or the many Hindu temples of Jafna and Trincomalee. However, the religion that’s most widely followed is Buddhism, with...

Everyone’s heard of India’s star attractions, but there are some delightful spots beyond the shadow of the Taj Mahal that deserve just as much attention. Here’s a list of five must-see sites to experience when you’re visiting the sub-continent and looking for something beyond the Golden...

Whilst visiting a zoo or sanctuary may give you a closer experience, nothing beats seeing elephants in the wild. Taking in their immense size, intelligence and majesty as they stride across the savannah or amble through the forest is the highlight of any safari. And, free...

Sri Lanka’s north east is a world apart from the rest of the island. Closer to India than Colombo, the area has retained its own unique character. Due to Tamil migrants from southern India repeatedly invading and colonising the north east, the area’s culture owes as...

Sri Lanka is a tiny but diverse country, full of history, culture, and natural beauty and wildlife. Libby Spears from our UK reservations team recently travelled there on our Beach & Buddha. While she had heard many glowing reviews of Sri Lankan food, it surpassed all her...

Asia is a continent overflowing with national parks, all holding diverse and sublime landscapes. These national parks can be enjoyed in a number of ways, whether heading out a trek through the Himalayas or jumping in a jeep to go in search of wildlife. With so much...

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